A vibrant arrangement of cheeses, meats, fruits, and nuts perfect for festive entertaining.
# Ingredient List:
→ Cheeses
01 - 5.3 oz Brie cheese, whole wheel or wedge
02 - 5.3 oz aged Cheddar, sliced
03 - 3.5 oz blue cheese, crumbled or sliced
04 - 4.2 oz goat cheese, log or rounds
→ Charcuterie
05 - 3.5 oz prosciutto
06 - 3.5 oz salami, sliced
→ Fruits
07 - 1 cup red grapes, washed
08 - 1 cup green grapes, washed
09 - 1 pomegranate, seeded
10 - 1 apple, sliced
11 - 1 pear, sliced
→ Nuts & Extras
12 - ½ cup candied pecans or walnuts
13 - ½ cup dried cranberries
14 - ½ cup marinated olives
15 - ¼ cup honey
16 - ¼ cup fig jam
→ Crackers & Bread
17 - 1 baguette, sliced
18 - 5.3 oz assorted crackers
→ Garnishes
19 - Fresh rosemary sprigs
20 - Fresh thyme sprigs
# Recipe Steps:
01 - Position the cheeses evenly on a large serving board or platter, leaving space for additional components.
02 - Drape prosciutto and salami slices around the cheeses, folding slices to enhance presentation.
03 - Cluster red and green grapes, pomegranate seeds, apple, and pear slices strategically for vibrant color contrast.
04 - Distribute candied nuts, dried cranberries, and marinated olives to occupy remaining spaces.
05 - Spoon honey and fig jam into small bowls and position them on the board for easy access.
06 - Arrange sliced baguette and assorted crackers in neat stacks or fanned arrays on the board.
07 - Decorate the ensemble with fresh rosemary and thyme sprigs to evoke a festive atmosphere.
08 - Offer immediately alongside small cheese knives and spreaders to facilitate guest serving.
